Shields Middle School

Shields Middle School

Public Middle School | Grade 6-8
15732 Beth Shields Way,  Ruskin, FL
Hillsborough County Public Schools
3.3
2.2
1,746 Students
C+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Ms. Tia Brown
Student Teacher Ratio
22:1
Math Proficiency
29%
Reading Proficiency
29%

Niche Grade

C
Academics
C+
Teachers
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Reading Proficiency
29%
Math Proficiency
29%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
22:1
Teachers
80
Full Time Teachers
80
Teachers in First or Second Year
22%

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
41%
State Average
20%
Science
41%
State Average
23%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
548:1

Student Diversity

Male
52.8%
Female
47.2%
Hispanic
56.3%
Black
26.6%
White
13.3%
Two or more races
2.5%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.3 6 Reviews
1.0 Freshman
11/14/2023
This school is the worst and I never want to go back the only good thing there was STAFF, and they are long gone; after Mr. Roth retired the school fell out. I would not recommend sending your kid here seeing as I went there as a student. on a more important note, the safety. there are constant fights as well as gang related activity, you can always find kids skipping class, spoking, breaking, things, fighting, etc.
2.0 Alum
2/14/2018
My experience with Shields was not the most pleasant. The worst part by far was the administration. If I could say one thing to them it would be to be more communicative and to treat the students,and everyone else they speak with, with more respect.
GreatSchools Reviews
2.2 22 Reviews
1.0 parent
3/28/2024
Run away from this school. If you have one shred of love for your child do not send them here. They honestly might not make it out.
5.0 other
8/26/2023
There is a positive atmosphere and culture in this school. The teachers and staff want to be there and do everything they can to ensure that every student has a positive experience. This year I see will be our best year yet.
5.0 parent
7/6/2023
My son has had a good experience at the middle school. His teachers were wonderful.
1.0 parent
4/16/2023
This school is the worse thing ever. No discipline action, fights every single day. There is an Instagram showing all the nasty fights. The staff, principal sheriff, nobody controls those kids.They smoke vapers everywhere at school including inside the school. The kids are super disrespectful If you...

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Shields Middle School is a public school for students in grades 6-8 in Ruskin, FL and is served by the Hillsborough County Public Schools in Florida. The school has a total enrollment of 1,746 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 22:1. Academic records show that 29% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 29% are proficient in reading. Shields Middle School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 2 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $334,848. Discover additional schools in the area, like Cypress Creek Elementary, Literacy Leadership Technology Academy South Bay, Literacy/Leadership/Technology Academy, and more. Learn more about what Ruskin has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Shields Middle School.

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